Netanyahu Questions Goldknopf's Loyalty, Criticizes Legal System
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed uncertainty about the support of United Torah Judaism chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf following the elections. In a televised interview, Netanyahu also rejected a unity government, criticized his trial as a political witch hunt, and defended Jonathan Uriach. He mentioned ongoing communication with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Iran and cited a 1.5% inflation rate as a government success.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated it is "not clear" if Yitzhak Goldknopf will support him after the elections.
- Netanyahu rejected forming a unity government, calling it a "government of paralysis".
- He strongly criticized the police and others involved in his trial, calling it a political witch hunt.
- Netanyahu defended Jonathan Uriach amidst controversy over leaked messages.
- He is in contact with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the Iranian threat.
- Netanyahu cited a 1.5% inflation rate as a government achievement.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Wednesday that it is "not clear" if Yitzhak Goldknopf, chairman of the United Torah Judaism party, will support him after the upcoming elections. The remark comes as Netanyahu works to secure the backing of right-wing and religious parties for a government he would lead. Netanyahu also dismissed the possibility of forming a unity government, calling it a "government of paralysis" that could lead to the establishment of a Palestinian state.
During the interview, Netanyahu criticized Ofer Winter and Yaron Zelekha, warning against vote splitting on the right. He asserted that only a government under his leadership could complete the security campaign. The Prime Minister also launched a sharp attack on the police and those involved in his trial, alleging serious offenses and a political witch hunt aimed at toppling a strong prime minister. He claimed his trial exposed flaws in the justice system and was part of a political effort to end his term.
Addressing the Jonathan Uriach affair, Netanyahu said he was neither surprised nor embarrassed by leaked messages, attributing the controversy to lies and a planned operation. He emphasized that Uriach never participated in or was part of security briefings and that the court itself recognized the matter as political, not security-related. Netanyahu is currently barred from speaking with Uriach.
Furthermore, Netanyahu discussed the Iranian threat, stating he is in constant contact with U.S. President Donald Trump, who he believes understands the danger posed by Iran. On the economic front, he highlighted that inflation has fallen to 1.5%, presenting it as an achievement of his government. Responding to questions about his health, Netanyahu dismissed rumors, asserting he is very healthy and continues to exercise.
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